Primary Care Neighborhood Physician – Phoenix, AZ

UnitedHealth Group • Phoenix, AZ

2d • $226,000 - $366,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Optum AZ is seeking a Primary Care Neighborhood Physician to join our team in Phoenix, AZ. Optum is a clinician-led care organization that is changing the way clinicians work and live. As a member of the Optum Care Delivery team, you’ll be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone. At Optum, you’ll have the clinical resources, data and support of a global organization behind you so you can help your patients live healthier lives. We believe you deserve an exceptional career, and will empower you to live your best life at work and at home. Experience the fulfillment of advancing the health of your community with the excitement of contributing new practice ideas and initiatives that could help improve care for millions of patients across the country. Because together, we have the power to make health care better for everyone. Join us and discover how rewarding medicine can be while Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Requirements

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Internal Medicine, Geriatric Medicine or Family Medicine
• Active and unrestricted Arizona medical license or ability to obtain prior to start date
• Current and unrestricted DEA certificate or ability to obtain prior to start date
• 3+ years of primary care physician experience

Nice To Haves

• Experience practicing in a value-based care setting
• Strong familiarity with HEDIS measures

Responsibilities

• Deliver an enhanced level of care for patients with high hospitalization rates, frequent ER utilization, or complex medical and social needs.
• Provide dedicated care to Medicare Advantage patients for 60-90 days following hospital discharge, including addressing social determinants of health, referral and medication management, care gap assessments, and more.
• Manage primary care for complex patients while partnered with an interdisciplinary care team.
• Focus on patient needs with 60 minutes per appointment.
• Meet patients where they are, with clinic visits, virtual visits, and potential home visits with the Case Manager.
• Support patients and caregivers in confidently navigating the healthcare system and available resources.
• Improve clinical outcomes, patient experience, and quality of life through collaborative, team-based care.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage, including STD/LTD and UnitedHealth Group stock discounts
• Continuing Medical Education allowance with paid time off
• Company paid professional liability insurance, including tail coverage
• Excellent PTO package and paid holidays
• Generous retirement program with employer-funded contributions (401K)
• Starting bonus available
• Relocation assistance is available

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed